The Strong version of the Shimano Assassin lure series, have been added to a timeless and extremely popular series of artificial baits of the Japanese company.

Shimano Exsence Strong Assassin 125S

The Strong version of the Shimano Assassin lure series, have been added to a timeless and extremely popular series of artificial baits of the Japanese company.

Originally designed for Sea Bass fishing, but equally suited to other top water predators, the Strong Assassin has a wide wobbling action. From the moment the Strong Assassin lures were released in the market, they revolutionized the field, with Shimano’s AR-C technology, which incorporates a spring-loaded piston into the lure. During casting, the piston moves to the lures tail, shifting the center of gravity, resulting in the shot reaching record distances. As soon as the bait falls in the water, the spring pushes the weight forward, transferring the center of gravity again, so that the swimming motion becomes natural and balance is restored, as the retrieval commences. The end result was that the Strong Assassin can achieve very long casts, improved accuracy and maintain its balance in rough water conditions. In particular the 125S 287gr model has recorded casts of 70 meters, enabling this lure to be used when the fish are hanging back from the shore, or boat.

The Strong Assassin lure responds well to steady retrieve, producing a wide rolling action, but when we aggressive jerk it with sharp jerks, or add long pulls of the rods tip, its effect on nearby predators will double, due to the Flash Boost technology. What is the Flash Boost technology that Shimano applies to a number of lures and we can now find even in the Sephia Flash Boost Egis?

TechnologyFlash Boost

The Flash Boost technology features an internal panel, which shimmers continuously.This Shimano patented system, uses a reflective mirror, suspended by micro springs, which harnesses light and UV rays, to attract squid throughout the water column. Even the mildest touch on a Shimano Flash Boost lure will trigger the reflective mirror. As a result the bodys kinetic energy, produces the continuous flashing effect, which is highly effective to nearby predators. When the retrieve of the lure is paused, it is then that predators are most likely to strike. Flash boost technology allows the Shimano lures to be visible from a long distance, regardless if the water is murky, or conditions are low light.

To the attractiveness of the lure, the Kyorin / Scale Boost 3D Holographic film also contributes, giving a remarkable life-like scale pattern. The sinking version of the Strong Assassin is the lure to turn to when the fish are lower in the water column.

Technical Characteristics

• Code: XM-212UE
• Length: 12.5 cm
• Weight: 27 gr
• Type: Sinking
• Sinking Speed:13 cm / second
• Available in 6 color combinations